2023-09-06_PERMIT FILE - M2023032 (21)

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reservoirs will be used by mammal, bird, reptile and amphibian species. Control and/or removal of noxious and weedy species during the project and the introduction of desirable graminoid, forb and potential woody species during reclamation will result in enhancement of wildlife habitat on the project site. Section 3.1.9 Topsoiling: Topsoil shall be removed and segregated from other material. Topsoil stockpiles shall be stored in places and configurations to minimize erosion and located in areas where disturbance by ongoing mining operations will be minimized. Once stockpiled, topsoil shall be re-handled as little as possible. Stockpiles that will remain in place for more than one growing season will receive vegetative cover. Section 3.1.10 Revegetation: In those areas where revegetation is part of the reclamation plan, the land shall be revegetated in a manner that establishes a diverse, effective, and long-lasting vegetative cover that is capable of self-regeneration without continued dependence on irrigation or fertilizer and is at least equal in extent of cover to the natural vegetation of the surrounding area. These areas are relatively minimal given the water development reclamation plan for the site. The proposed seed-mix and plantings for reclamation are outlined on the Reclamation Plan included in Exhibit F of this application. Section 3.1.11 Buildings and Structures: An aggregate processing plant, a scale house, and a shop/office will be placed in the plant area on the north side of the phase 3 mine area and will remain at the site during the majority of mining operations. These structures will be removed as part of final reclamation and to allow final mining under the plant itself. A portable plant will be utilized when mining the north part of phase 3. The proposed locations of the plant structures are approximately shown on Figure C-2. Conveyors may be constructed at the site to move material from the cells to the processing plant. Section 3.1.12 Signs and Markers: The Operator will post appropriate signage at the entrance to the mine site. The permit area will be marked by signage and fencing on the north side of the river. Because no mining will occur south of the river, the permit area will be marked by signage and existing fences will remain. (d) Plans for topsoil segregation,preservation and replacement,for stabilization, compaction and grading of spoil,and for revegetation. Topsoil will be removed and segregated from other material. Topsoil not needed for reclamation may be sold or removed from the site. For reclamation, topsoil will be Martin Marietta Materials—Thunderbird Sand and Gravel—MLRB 112 Permit Application Exhibit E-4